M+
Quick answer
M+ in Hong Kong, China — designed by Herzog & de Meuron with TFP Farrells, M+ opened in November 2021 in the West Kowloon Cultural District — Asia's first global museum of contemporary visual culture. Open Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Friday until 10:00 PM); closed Mondays. Admission: HKD 120 standard admission. Allow 2–3 hours.
Visitor information last reviewed 30 June 2026. Check the official museum site for current details.
M+ at a glance: hours, tickets and time needed
| Opening hours | Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Friday until 10:00 PM) |
|---|---|
| Closed | Mondays |
| Admission | HKD 120 standard admission |
| Booking | Tickets usually available on the day |
| Time needed | 2–3 hours |
| Best time to visit | Friday evenings until 10 PM for the LED facade after dark. |
| Getting there | Metro: Kowloon station (Airport Express and Tung Chung Line) — 10-minute walk through Elements mall and the cultural district |
| Address | 38 Museum Drive, West Kowloon Cultural District, Hong Kong |
| Official website | mplus.org.hk |
Checked 2026-06-30 against the official website. Prices and hours change — confirm before you travel.
What is M+ known for?
Designed by Herzog & de Meuron with TFP Farrells, M+ opened in November 2021 in the West Kowloon Cultural District — Asia's first global museum of contemporary visual culture. Its vast LED façade faces Victoria Harbour and becomes a screen for moving-image commissions at night.
The museum's collections cover twentieth and twenty-first-century visual art, design, architecture, and moving image, with particular depth in the Sigg Collection of Chinese contemporary art — one of the most comprehensive holdings of its kind in the world.
The Found Space preserves a section of the Airport Express railway tunnel that once ran through the site, integrating industrial heritage into the museum architecture. The rooftop garden offers harbour views rivalling any in Hong Kong.
Best for: Art Lovers · First-timers
How long do you need at M+?
Allow 2–3 hours. A focused route through 4 must-see highlights at M+ without museum fatigue. Follow the stops in order:
- 1
Antony Gormley — Asian Field
📍 Found Space, B2 Level
180,000 clay figures made by 300 villagers in Guangdong — a vast army of hand-sized bodies filling an entire gallery, creating an overwhelming sense of collective humanity.
- 2
Ai Weiwei — Whitewash
📍 Sigg Collection Gallery
Neolithic and Han dynasty pots dipped in industrial white paint — Ai Weiwei's provocative erasure of ancient history, from the most important collection of Chinese contemporary art in the world.
- 3
LED Media Facade
📍 Harbour-facing exterior
A 110 × 65 metre LED screen integrated into the building's south facade — the largest of its kind on a museum, displaying moving-image art visible from across the harbour.
- 4
Found Space — Airport Express Tunnel
📍 B2 Level
A preserved section of the Airport Express railway tunnel that once ran through the site — raw concrete and railway tracks integrated into the museum's lower level.
What are the must-see works at M+?
4 highlights that define the collection: Antony Gormley — Asian Field, Ai Weiwei — Whitewash, LED Media Facade and more.
Antony Gormley — Asian Field
Antony Gormley · 2003
📍 Found Space, B2 Level
180,000 clay figures made by 300 villagers in Guangdong — a vast army of hand-sized bodies filling an entire gallery, creating an overwhelming sense of collective humanity.
Ai Weiwei — Whitewash
Ai Weiwei · 1995–2000
📍 Sigg Collection Gallery
Neolithic and Han dynasty pots dipped in industrial white paint — Ai Weiwei's provocative erasure of ancient history, from the most important collection of Chinese contemporary art in the world.
LED Media Facade
Herzog & de Meuron · 2021
📍 Harbour-facing exterior
A 110 × 65 metre LED screen integrated into the building's south facade — the largest of its kind on a museum, displaying moving-image art visible from across the harbour.
Found Space — Airport Express Tunnel
Industrial heritage · preserved
📍 B2 Level
A preserved section of the Airport Express railway tunnel that once ran through the site — raw concrete and railway tracks integrated into the museum's lower level.
Collections and highlights
- • Sigg Collection of Chinese contemporary art
- • Found Space — Airport Express tunnel
- • LED media facade
- • Rooftop garden harbour views
- • Design and architecture collections
Tips for visiting M+
- 1.
Best time to visit
Friday evenings until 10 PM for the LED facade after dark. Weekday afternoons are quietest. Closed Mondays.
- 2.
Tickets & booking
HKD 120 standard admission. Book online at mplus.org.hk. Free for children under 12.
- 3.
Accessibility
Fully accessible. Lifts connect all levels including the rooftop garden.
- 4.
Photography rules
Photography permitted in most galleries without flash. The rooftop and facade are popular photo spots.
How do you get to M+?
- metro Kowloon station (Airport Express and Tung Chung Line) — 10-minute walk through Elements mall and the cultural district
- metro Austin station (West Rail Line) — 5-minute walk
- bus Multiple KMB and Citybus routes serve the West Kowloon Cultural District
- walk 15-minute walk from Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront via the promenade
Address: 38 Museum Drive, West Kowloon Cultural District, Hong Kong
M+: frequently asked questions
Is the LED facade always on?
It hosts moving-image commissions during the evenings.
Can I visit with the Hong Kong Palace Museum?
Yes — the two museums are a short walk apart in West Kowloon.
How long should I spend at M+?
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights of M+. Our 4-stop route — Antony Gormley — Asian Field, Ai Weiwei — Whitewash, LED Media Facade and more — is designed to fit that time. Add extra time for temporary exhibitions, the shop and the café.
What is M+ best known for?
Designed by Herzog & de Meuron with TFP Farrells, M+ opened in 2021 on the harbour with a vast LED façade that becomes a screen for moving image at night. Key highlights include Sigg Collection of Chinese contemporary art, Found Space — Airport Express tunnel, LED media facade.
How do I get tickets for M+?
Admission: HKD 120 standard admission. Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://www.mplus.org.hk/en/
Is M+ the same as M+ Pavilion?
No — M+ Pavilion was a temporary exhibition space used before the main building opened. The permanent museum building by Herzog & de Meuron opened in November 2021 and is a much larger institution.
Can I visit M+ and the Hong Kong Palace Museum together?
Yes — both are in the West Kowloon Cultural District, a 5-minute walk apart. A combined day covering both museums and the harbour promenade is a popular itinerary.
When is the LED facade active?
The harbour-facing LED screen displays moving-image commissions in the evenings. The best views are from the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront or the museum's rooftop garden after sunset.
Is M+ open on Mondays?
No — M+ is closed every Monday. It is open Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Friday until 10:00 PM). Plan a different museum for that day, and check the official website for holiday changes.
What are M+'s opening hours?
M+ is open Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Friday until 10:00 PM), and closed Mondays. Hours can change for holidays and events, so check the official website before you go.
Is M+ free to visit?
No — standard admission is HKD 120 standard admission.
